Top Vancouver Culinary Tours

Vancouver's diverse food scene is a highlight of exploring the city, but finding the best neighborhood flavors requires a local connection. Discover the city's best eats on a walking tour of downtown and Gastown, which includes stops to taste Vancouver's famous sushi, classic Canadian poutine, ice cream, and a ‘secret dish.' It turns a meal into an adventure, and it's paired with tales of Vancouver culture and history.

Spend a morning in Vancouver’s Chinatown with an off-duty chef on this food and cultural walking tour. With the help of your expert learn about Chinatown’s historical landmarks and local cuisine. Drink tea, enter cookware and herbal medicine shops, and visit the tranquil Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden. A dim sum lunch is included in this small-group tour limited to 10 people.

Give your Vancouver trip a twist with a 2-hour walking tour of the vibrant Granville Island Public Market. Head to the island and get ready to learn about Vancouver’s eclectic food culture, browse diverse products and meet local artisans and vendors. In a small group, taste regional foods from fine cheeses and meats to local wine and fresh baked goods. Get a dose of culinary education as you explore, sample and get insider tips on the area's best eateries from your expert guide.

Get to know Vancouver’s famed food scene on a 3-hour walking and food tour of historic Gastown. Admire the architecture as you stroll through the cobbled streets with a small group. Learn about the neighborhoods storied past from your informative guide and sample Canadian classics such as tempura bacon scotch eggs, pork belly crackling, and British Columbia wine.

Join this esteemed asian-eats walking tour, a 3-hour exploration through the hidden gems of Richmond, just outside Vancouver. With the guidance of a local, navigate the labyrinth of restaurants and unlock the extraordinary flavors of Chinese cuisine. Prepare yourself for sumptuous dim sum, heavenly pastries, succulent wontons, and the refreshing delight of bubble tea. Immerse yourself in a world of cultural richness and savor dishes you never knew existed.

Our tour begins outside 49th Parallel Cafe in beautiful downtown Vancouver. One of Vancouver’s most popular cafes and donut shops, 49th Parallel is home to some of the most aesthetic and tasty donuts you'll ever see. From there, we'll take a leisurely walk down Bute Street and along the water, discussing Vancouver's vibrant history while appreciating incredible waterfront views. We'll then visit a hidden gem - Giovane Cafe. At Giovane, we'll experience unique Italian and Austrian-inspired donuts. After that, we'll be walking through parts of historic downtown Vancouver before reaching our third stop, Breka Bakery. Another Vancouver staple, Breka Bakery has a wide selection of Vancouver's best donuts. To finish off our tour, we'll dive into picturesque Gastown to visit the famous Lee's Donuts. What better way to end than taking in the Gastown Steam Clock with a donut in hand? We hope you can join us soon!

During this 3-hour experience, you’ll skip the lines and indulge in 20+ signature Canadian tastings, including organic bread, local charcuterie, British Columbia cheeses, world-famous donuts, and more! There’s more to Granville Island than its famed market. This tiny neighborhood is teeming with craftspeople — from art to food to booze and more. Sip on a local beer or Canada’s first sake made from sake rice grown in BC. Gape at giant murals painted around silos. Meet the myriad of artists whose uniquely beautiful works appear in homes around the world. There’s a real sense of community here — and you’ll feel inspired by its creative energy.